Rossini: Semiramide
Originally released in 2018. Rossini: Semiramide is a music film. directed by Barbara Willis Sweete. With a runtime of 3h 22m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Angela Meade, Elizabeth DeShong, and Ildar Abdrazakov
Synopsis
A rarely performed bel canto gem, Rossini’s Semiramide returned to the Met for the first time in nearly 25 years during the 2017–18 season. Set in ancient Babylon under the reign of the mythic Queen Semiramis, the opera features political scheming, mistaken identity, divine intervention, and bloodthirsty revenge—not to mention one virtuosic vocal display after another. Soprano Angela Meade is the fierce title monarch, whose quest for power comes to a halt with the discovery that the object of her affection, the warrior Arsace—sung by mezzo-soprano Elizabeth DeShong—may actually be her long-lost son. Together, the two square off in a pair of dazzling duets and deliver some of the opera’s most challenging arias. Bel canto specialist Maurizio Benini takes the podium to lead a cast that also stars tenor Javier Camarena as the ardent prince Idreno, bass Ildar Abdrazakov as the scheming Assur, and bass Ryan Speedo Green as the stern high priest Oroe.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 10, 2018
7 years ago
Runtime
3h 22m
202 minutes total
Language
Italian
Original language
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rossini: Semiramide about?
A rarely performed bel canto gem, Rossini’s Semiramide returned to the Met for the first time in nearly 25 years during the 2017–18 season. Set in ancient Babylon under the reign of the mythic ...
Who directed Rossini: Semiramide?
Rossini: Semiramide was directed by Barbara Willis Sweete.
How long is Rossini: Semiramide?
Rossini: Semiramide has a runtime of 3 hours and 22 minutes (202 minutes total).
When was Rossini: Semiramide released?
Rossini: Semiramide was released on March 10, 2018 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Rossini: Semiramide?
The main cast of Rossini: Semiramide includes Angela Meade, Elizabeth DeShong, Ildar Abdrazakov, Javier Camarena, Ryan Speedo Green.